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Material Safety Data Sheet

Transportation and Medical Emergency Phone: 1-800-535-5053


(INFOTRAC)
General Phone: 317-580-8282

EPA Reg. Number: 62719-37-67690


Effective Date: 01/22/03

Renovate 3 Herbicide †
SePRO Corporation Carmel, IN 46032

1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION smoky or halo vision. When tested on animals, dilutions of
this material were less irritating to eyes than the undiluted
PRODUCT: Renovate† 3 Herbicide product.

COMPANY IDENTIFICATION: SKIN: Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause skin


SePRO Corporation irritation, even a burn. When tested on animals, dilutions
11550 North Meridian Street, Suite 600 of this material were less irritating to skin than the undiluted
Carmel, IN 46032 product. Prolonged or frequently repeated skin contact
www.sepro.com may cause allergic skin reactions in some individuals.
With the dilute mix, no allergic skin reaction is expected.
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS A single prolonged exposure is not likely to result in the
material being absorbed through the skin in harmful
Triclopyr ((3,5,6-trichloro-2- CAS # 057213-69-1 44.4% amounts. The LD50 for skin absorption in rabbits is
pyridinyl)oxy)acetic acid), >5000 mg/kg.
triethylamine salt
Inert Ingredients, Total, Including 55.6% INGESTION: Single dose oral toxicity is low. The oral
Ethanol CAS # 000064-17-5 LD50 was 2574 mg/kg for male rats and 1847 mg/kg for
Triethylamine (N,N- CAS # 000121-44-8 female rats. Small amounts swallowed incidental to normal
Diethylethanamine) handling operations are not likely to cause injury; however,
Ethylenediaminetetraacetic CAS # 000060-00-4 swallowing larger amounts may cause injury. Ingestion
Acid (EDTA) may cause gastrointestinal irritation or ulceration.

This document is prepared pursuant to the OSHA Hazard INHALATION: A single brief (minutes) inhalation exposure
Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). In is not likely to cause adverse effects.
addition, other substances not 'Hazardous' per this OSHA
Standard may be listed. Where proprietary ingredient SYSTEMIC (OTHER TARGET ORGAN) EFFECTS:
shows, the identity may be made available as provided in Excessive exposure may cause liver or kidney effects.
this standard.
CANCER INFORMATION: Triclopyr did not cause
3. HAZARDOUS IDENTIFICATIONS cancer in laboratory animal studies. This material contains
ethanol. Epidemiology studies provide evidence that
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW drinking of alcoholic beverages (containing ethanol) is asso-
Hazardous Chemical. Light purple-pink liquid, ammonia-like odor. ciated with cancer, and IARC has classified alcoholic bever-
May cause severe eye irritation with corneal injury, which may result
ages as carcinogenic to humans.
in permanent impairment of vision, even blindness. Prolonged or
repeated exposure may cause skin irritation, even a burn. LD50 for
skin absorption in rabbits is >5000 mg/kg; oral LD50 for male rats is TERATOLOGY (BIRTH DEFECTS): For triclopyr, birth
2574 mg/kg and 1847 mg/kg for female rats. Toxic and irritating defects are unlikely. Even exposures having an adverse
gases may be formed during fire conditions. effect on the mother should have no effect on the fetus.
EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER: 1-800-992-5994 Ethanol has been shown to cause birth defects and toxicity
to the fetus in laboratory animal tests. It has also been
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS: This section includes shown to cause human fetotoxicity and/or birth defects
possible adverse effects, which could occur if this material when ingested during pregnancy.
is not handled in the recommended manner.
REPRODUCTIVE EFFECTS: For triclopyr, in laboratory
EYE: May cause severe irritation with corneal injury, which animal studies, effects on reproduction have been seen
may result in permanent impairment of vision, even only at doses that produced significant toxicity to the parent
blindness. Vapors of amines may cause swelling of the animals. Ingestion of large amounts of ethanol has been
cornea resulting in visual disturbances such as blurred, shown to interfere with fertility in human males.

†Renovate is a registered trademark of Dow AgroSciences LLC manufactured for SePRO Corporation.
Material Safety Data Sheet

Renovate 3 Herbicide †

4. FIRST AID 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

EYE: Wash immediately and continuously with flowing ACTION TO TAKE FOR SPILLS/LEAKS: Contain small
water for at least 30 minutes. Remove contact lenses after spills and absorb with an inert material such as clay or dry
the first 5 minutes and continue washing. Obtain prompt sand. Report large spills to InfoTrac at 1-800-535-5053.
medical consultation, preferably from an ophthalmologist.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
SKIN: Wash skin with plenty of water.
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND
INGESTION: Do not induce vomiting. Give one cup (8 STORAGE: HANDLING: Keep out of reach of children.
ounces or 240 ml) of water or milk if available and transport Causes irreversible eye damage. Harmful if inhaled or
to a medical facility. Do not give anything by mouth to an absorbed through skin. Prolonged or frequently repeated
unconscious person. skin contact may cause allergic skin reaction in some
individuals. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, clothing, breathing
INHALATION: No emergency medical treatment vapor, or spray mist. Users should wash hands before eat-
necessary. ing, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco, or using the toilet.

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Due to irritant properties, swallowing STORAGE: Store above 28˚F or agitate before use. Store
may result in burns/ulceration of mouth, stomach and lower in original container. See product label for handling/storage
GI tract with subsequent stricture. Aspiration of vomitus may precautions relative to the end use of this product.
cause lung injury. Suggest endotracheal/ esophageal control
if lavage is done. If burn is present treat as any thermal burn, 8. EXPOSURE CONTROL/PERSONAL PROTECTION
after decontamination. Exposure to amine vapors
may cause minor transient edema of the corneal epithelium These precautions are suggested for conditions where the
(glaucopsia) with blurred vision, blue haze, and halos around potential for exposure exists. Emergency conditions may
bright objects. Effects disappear in a few hours and require additional precautions.
temporarily reduce ability to drive vehicles. No specific
antidote. Treatment of exposure should be directed at the EXPOSURE GUIDELINE(S):
control of symptoms and the clinical condition of the patient. Ethanol (ethyl alcohol): ACGIH TLV and OSHA PEL are
1000 ppm. ACGIH classification is A4.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
3,5,6-Trichloro-2-pyridyloxyacetic acid (Triclopyr),
triethylamine salt: SePRO Corporation Industrial Hygiene
FLASH POINT: 110˚ F (43˚ C) Guideline is 2 mg/M3 as acid equivalent; Skin.
METHOD USED: TCC Triethylamine: ACGIH TLV is 1 ppm TWA, 3 ppm STEL,
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: LFL: Not determined Skin. OSHA PEL is 10 ppm TWA, 15 ppm STEL.
UFL: Not determined
PELs are in accord with those recommended by OSHA,
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Alcohol foam and CO2. as in the 1989 revision of PELs.

A "skin" notation following the exposure guideline refers to


FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Toxic, irritating vapors
the potential for dermal absorption of the material. It is
may be formed or given off if product is involved in fire.
intended to alert the reader that inhalation may not be the
Although product is water-based, it has a flash point due to
only route of exposure and that measures to minimize
the presence of small amounts of ethanol and triethylamine.
dermal exposures should be considered.
FIRE-FIGHTING EQUIPMENT: Use positive-pressure, ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Provide general and/or local
self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective exhaust ventilation to control airborne levels below the
clothing. exposure guidelines.

†Renovate is a registered trademark of Dow AgroSciences LLC manufactured for SePRO Corporation.
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Material Safety Data Sheet
Transportation and Medical Emergency Phone: 1-800-535-5053
(INFOTRAC)
General Phone: 317-580-8282

EPA Reg. Number: 62719-37-67690


Effective Date: 01/22/03

SePRO Corporation Carmel, IN 46032

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MANUFACTURING, 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION


COMMERCIAL BLENDING, AND PACKAGING
WORKERS: MUTAGENICITY: For triclopyr and ethanol: in-vitro
mutagenicity studies were negative. For triclopyr: animal
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Atmospheric levels mutagenicity studies were negative. For ethanol: animal
should be maintained below the exposure guideline. When mutagenicity studies were negative in some cases and
respiratory protection is required for certain operations, use positive in other cases.
a NIOSH approved air-purifying respirator.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
SKIN PROTECTION: When prolonged or frequently
repeated contact could occur, use protective clothing ENVIRONMENTAL FATE:
impervious to this material. Selection of specific items MOVEMENT & PARTITIONING: Based largely or
such as faceshield, gloves, boots, apron or full-body suit will completely on information for triclopyr. Bioconcentration
depend on operation. potential is low (BCF < 100 or Log Pow < 3).

EYE PROTECTION: Use chemical goggles. Eye wash DEGRADATION & PERSISTENCE: Biodegradation under
fountain should be located in immediate work area. aerobic static laboratory conditions is high (BOD20 or
If vapor exposure causes eye discomfort, use a NIOSH BOD28/ThOD > 40%). 20-Day biochemical oxygen
approved full-face respirator. demand (BOD20) is 0.30 p/p. Theoretical oxygen demand
(ThOD) is calculated to be 0.75 p/p.
APPLICATORS AND ALL OTHER HANDLERS: Refer
to the product label for personal protective clothing and ECOTOXICOLOGY: Material is slightly toxic to aquatic
equipment. organisms on an acute basis (LC50/EC50 is between 10 and
100 mg/L in most sensitive species).
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Acute EC50 for shell deposition inhibition in Eastern oyster
(Crassostrea virginica) is 56-87 mg/L.
BOILING POINT: Not determined Acute LC50 for rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) is
VAPOR PRESSURE: Not determined 400 mg/L.
VAPOR DENSITY: Not applicable Acute LC50 for channel catfish (Ictalurus punctatus) is
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Miscible 446 mg/L.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.135 (68/68˚F) Acute LC50 for pink shrimp (Penaeus duorarum) is
APPEARANCE: Light purple/pink liquid 895 mg/L.
ODOR: Ammonia-like odor Growth inhibition EC50 for green alga (Selenastrum
capricornutum) is 45 mg/L.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
STABILITY: (CONDITIONS TO AVOID) Avoid sources of
ignition if temperature is near or above flash point. DISPOSAL METHOD: Do not contaminate food, feed, or
water by storage or disposal. Excess wastes are toxic.
INCOMPATIBILITY: (SPECIFIC MATERIALS TO AVOID) Improper disposal or excess wastes are a violation of
Any oxidizing agent. Consult manufacturer for specific federal law. If wastes resulting from the use of this product
cases. cannot be disposed of according to label instructions,
dispose of these wastes at an approved facility. Contact
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Nitrogen your state pesticide or environmental control agency, or the
oxides and hydrogen chloride may be formed under fire hazardous waste representative at the nearest EPA
conditions. regional office for guidance.

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Not known to occur.

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Material Safety Data Sheet
Transportation and Medical Emergency Phone: 1-800-535-5053
(INFOTRAC)
General Phone: 317-580-8282

EPA Reg. Number: 62719-37-67690


Effective Date: 01/22/03

Renovate 3 Herbicide †
SePRO Corporation Carmel, IN 46032

CHEMICAL NAME CAS NUMBER LIST


14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Ethylenediamine
For DOT regulatory information, if required, consult Tetraacetic Acid 000060-00-4 NJ3 PA1 PA3
transportation regulations, product-shipping papers, or Ethanol 000064-17-5 NJ1 NJ3 PA1
contact your SePRO Corporation representative. N,N-Diethylethanamine 000121-44-8 NJ1 NJ3 PA1 PA3

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION NJ1 = New Jersey Special Health Hazard Substance (present at >
or = to 0.1%).
NOTICE: The information herein is presented in good faith PA1 = Pennsylvania Hazardous Substance (present at > or =
and believed to be accurate as of the effective date shown to 1.0%).
above. However, no warranty, express or implied, is given. PA3 = Pennsylvania Environmental Hazardous Substance
Regulatory requirements are subject to change and may (present at > or = to 1.0%).
differ from one location to another; it is the buyer's responsi-
bility to ensure that its activities comply with federal, state or OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD:
provincial, and local laws. The following specific This product is a "Hazardous Chemical" as defined by the
information is made for the purpose of complying with OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR
numerous federal, state or provincial, and local laws and 1910.1200.
regulations.
NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION
U.S. REGULATIONS (NFPA) RATINGS:
CATEGORY RATING
SARA 313 INFORMATION: This product contains the Health 3
following substances subject to the reporting requirements Flammability 2
of Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments Reactivity 0
and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR Part 372:
COMPREHENSIVE ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE
CHEMICAL NAME CAS NUMBER CONCENTRATION COMPENSATION AND LIABILITY ACT (CERCLA, or
N,N-Diethylethanamine 000121-44-8 3% SUPERFUND): This product contains the following
substance(s) listed as "Hazardous Substances" under
SARA HAZARD CATEGORY: This product has been CERCLA which may require reporting of releases:
reviewed according to the EPA "Hazard Categories"
promulgated under Sections 311 and 312 of the Superfund Chemical Name CAS Number RQ % in Product
Amendment and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA Title Triethylamine 000121-44-8 5000 3%
III) and is considered, under applicable definitions, to meet Ethylenediaminetetra- 000060-00-4 5000 2.3%
the following categories: acetic Acid (ETDA)
An immediate health hazard
A delayed health hazard RCRA Categorization Hazardous Code:
A fire hazard Triethylamine = U404

TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA): All 16. OTHER INFORMATION


ingredients are on the TSCA inventory or are not required
to be listed on the TSCA inventory. MSDS STATUS: New 01/22/03

STATE RIGHT-TO-KNOW: The following product The information herein is given in good faith, but no
components are cited on certain state lists as mentioned. warranty, express or implied, is made. Consult SePRO
Non-listed components may be shown in the composition Corporation for further Information.
section of the MSDS.

Form No. A-02-RG-01(03) © Copyright 2003 SePRO Corporation.


†Renovate is a registered trademark of Dow AgroSciences LLC manufactured for SePRO Corporation. 4

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